LIV Golf Implements Major Scoring Change for 2025 Season in Riyadh

LIV Golf is introducing a significant change to its scoring format for the 2025 season, mandating that all four players' scores will count towards the team total in every round, a shift from the previous system where only the best three scores were counted in the first two rounds. This new rule aims to increase competition and pressure, as even a single poor performance could jeopardize a team's standing. The change will debut at the season opener in Riyadh, where players will also compete under the lights for the first time. Defending champion Jon Rahm expressed his support for the new format, noting it enhances the excitement of competition throughout the tournament. Alongside this scoring adjustment, LIV Golf has also updated its substitution rules for player withdrawals. Overall, these modifications are expected to heighten the drama and volatility of the league's events this season.